Labour's KiwiBuild programme has been proposed as the solution to first home buyer struggles in Auckland and around New Zealand. We look closer at the facts around this programme and ask: will it be enough to solve the affordability problem? And what does it mean for the average New Zealander?

Capital gains are the bread and butter of the Australian property investor, however, they are becoming increasingly hard to find. We have a look at how you can spot a growth suburb before it takes off, to increase your chances of capital gains and improve your investments.

By Carol Bucknell in association with To keep your garden vibrant and healthy all year round you often need to plan a season or two in advance. In autumn, we stop feeding some plants as they prepare for dormancy but &mldr;

Are you considering buying your first, or next property investment? We've put together a list of five locations all around Australia that you should consider, most of which boast a history of impressive capital gains and surprisingly high rental yields.

THERE is a significant rise in the volume of properties scheduled for auction by Australasia’s largest property group this week, after the impact from last week’s long weekend in Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide and Tasmania. Ray White Victoria is managing the &mldr;

Rentvesting is an alternative way of stepping onto the property ladder, which could be ideal for those living in cities where property is severely unaffordable. We look a little closer at how exactly rentvestment works, and how you can make it work for you.

NOT so long ago, a $1 million budget would’ve been the envy of property hunters across the country. While national housing affordability is now a major watercooler issue, a quick trawl through listings for sale by Australasia’s biggest property group &mldr;

THIS swanky new listing with Ray White Spring Hill at 264A Water St, Spring Hill was designed by architect Yuri Dillon. It’s a stunning mix of timber, glass, exposed red brick and original features makes this a truly unique home &mldr;

RUGBY union’s Fainga’a brothers have recently sold property ties to Brisbane, with the promise to return to the city they love. Anthony and Saia offloaded the cleared land at 10 Rupert St, Windsor for $1,580,000 to a local builder who &mldr;

SCHEDULED auction numbers are lower nationally this week due to residents in Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide and Tasmania all enjoying a long weekend. Researcher CoreLogic reports a total of 1,526 homes will go under the hammer across the combined capital cities, &mldr;